Big increase in rates of Chlamydia and Gonorrhoea

Over the past decade there has been a substantial increase in diagnoses of most Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs) in the UK, and reports of two of the most common STDs have shown massive rises. Cases of uncomplicated gonorrhoea increased by 42% between 1998 and 2007, while genital Chlamydia increased by 150%. Chlamydia has been the most commonly reported sexually transmitted disease since 2001, overtaking genital warts.

Both of these STD’s can be treated effectively but it is important that they are detected early in order that treatment can begin before damage to your sexual and general health is affected. Having a test for Chlamydia or gonorrhoea is simple to undertake and it is very easy to arrange an STD test at one of the many London test centres and others throughout Britain. These tests are carried out in complete confidence and the result will be brought to you quickly. Do not delay if you believe you are infected with a sexually transmitted disease, arrange an STD test today.